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Kirill Rudy on Belarus’ prospects in Africa and China, debts, the yuan, and the import rate

In the context of Western sanctions, the Belarusian government is looking for an opportunity to increase supplies to faraway countries. It is currently working with Zimbabwe to establish a hub in Africa for trade in Belarusian products.
Maternity capital in Belarus. We look into it with a BEROC expert

We understand how the program of financial support for maternity capital works in Belarus and what conditions negatively affect the birth rate in the country; we know with BEROC expert Katerina Bornukova.
What does America buy from Belarus?

In recent years, imports of goods from the United States exceeded the domestic exports to this country, and only in early 2022, was there an opposite trend.
“It Could have been worse.” Retail real estate market results for 2022 summarized

Since the end of 2022, the market situation has started to improve. Real wages have risen, and banks have stepped up consumer lending. Andrei Alyoshkin sums up the last year's results
Belarus ranked 45th out of 139 countries in the world’s most hospitable countries

Belarus takes 45th position in the Welcoming Countries Rank-2023 compiled by the Canadian company Arton Capital. The ranking is based on how many nationalities a country accepts without a visa or with a visa issued on arrival.
Chairman Xi: Peace talks key to end crisis

President Xi Jinping called on Wednesday for a political settlement of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, urging relevant countries to stop their attempts to politicize the global economy and make earnest efforts to contribute to a cease-fire and peaceful resolution of the cri
Belarus Real Estate Market Soars in 2022

2022 saw a record number of apartment sales in Minsk, with a 42% increase over 2020. One-bedroom apartments dominated, while new buildings made up only 10% of the market. Prices saw minor fluctuations, and the most expensive apartment sold for $500k. Analysts predict a stable market in 2023.
Fitch’s analysis of the Belarusian economy: What are the main risks?

Belarus' long-term rating as a foreign currency issuer remains at 'RD' (Restricted Default), Fitch Ratings said. Fitch explains that Belarus continues to pay its USD-denominated Eurobond in the local currency, contrary to bond documentation which does not allow for settlement in alternative currencies.
Annual inflation in the Republic of Belarus is gaining momentum

Annual inflation in the Republic of Belarus was 16.8%, the National Statistical Committee reported. The researchers compared data from April 2022 to April 2021. Monthly inflation in Belarus in April was 1.6%.
Sanctions can dent the warehouse real estate market

Warehouse real estate has so far remained the most stable segment on the market. The embargo and transport restrictions can shake stability .

Kirill Rudy on Belarus’ prospects in Africa and China, debts, the yuan, and the import rate

In the context of Western sanctions, the Belarusian government is looking for an opportunity to increase supplies to faraway countries. It is currently working with Zimbabwe to establish a hub in Africa for trade in Belarusian products.
Maternity capital in Belarus. We look into it with a BEROC expert
Belarus ranked 45th out of 139 countries in the world’s most hospitable countries

Tourism-2022: How do charters fly from Belarus and what is planned for the summer?

Situation with filghts from Minsk and other Belarusian cities is getting worse due to situaiton in Ukraine. The possible destiions for Belarusians this year will remain Egypt and Turkey.
First contactless hotel in the country starts operations in Grodno
Minsk Street Fashion Style: a Designer in Cool Sandals and a Lover of Korean Trends

World Trends by Viktor Prokopenya: next 50 years promise to be fascinating

Famous Belarusian IT entrepreneur Viktor Prokopenya, who currently invests in several up-to-the-minute projects, according to Deloitte, shares how these trends will affect Belarus and its IT sector.
Books the Top Businessmen Read : Viktor Prokopenya
Valery Tsepkalo: “Criminal Code should exclude liability for illegal business activity”

Belarus Fashion Week starts April, 11 in new format

Following the international trend of combining fashion with innovative technologies, the Fashion Tech Hub platform will be presented for the first time at the Fashion Week, which will be held in April 11-15, demonstrating technology solutions for the fashion industry.
What to do in Minsk – January 2017
The Belarusian 100 Ruble bill to compete in “Banknote of the Year – 2016” contest

Dmitry Kruk: What does the new reality do for the Belarusian economy?

Russia's military actions against Ukraine have already resulted in a number of terrible consequences, including economic consequences. How will it affect Belarus and its economy?
Yevgeny Preigerman: “New Russian ambassador will face the same issues”
Discover Belarus a Place of Wonder, Adventure, and Excitement

British basketball national team will not play in Minsk

The Great Britain Men’s National Team will not travel to Belarus for their FIBA 2023 World Cup Qualifier this week because of the threat of serious military action in the region. GB were due to face the Belarusians in Minsk on 25 February, flying to the former Soviet state for preparation a few days before that.
Belarusian modern pentathlon team wins the 2017 UIPM World Cup
Belarusian modern pentathlon team competes at the World Cup in Egypt